Associate, Performance (12-Month Contract) - $75,000 - $85,000 A Year (Toronto)

Associate, Performance (12-Month Contract) - $75,000 - $85,000 A Year (Toronto)

17 Apr
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AGF Investments
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Toronto

17 Apr

AGF Investments

Toronto

Purpose. Performance. People. Joining CPP Investments means joining one of the world’s most admired and respected institutional investors to drive a single mandate: to deliver strong, sustainable returns for generations of Canadians. With a long‑term horizon and global reach, we deploy capital at scale across public and private markets. Our size, stability, and disciplined investment philosophy allow us to pursue complex opportunities and build enduring partnerships worldwide. For our people, this means meaningful work with tangible impact, real opportunity, and collaboration with exceptional colleagues who value partnership and performance. You’ll contribute to outcomes that matter alongside team members committed to excellence and shared success. Role Summary As an Associate, Performance, you will be responsible for delivering investment performance results across CPP Investments’ global portfolio. You will analyse performance results, investigate drivers of returns, and ensure the accuracy and integrity of performance, benchmark, and attribution outputs. In this role, you will work closely with investment teams and stakeholders to translate complex performance data into clear insights, while identifying and resolving issues as they arise. You will also contribute to improving processes, enhancing controls, and supporting system and methodology changes across the performance function. This role offers exposure to a wide range of asset classes and investment strategies, combining analytical problem‑solving, technical development, and stakeholder engagement. The Performance team sits at the intersection of data, investment strategy, and decision‑making at CPP Investments. We deliver trusted,



data‑driven insights that explain performance across a global, multi‑asset portfolio. Our work spans portfolio and benchmark returns, and attribution analysis, providing a clear view of what is driving results. With a focus on accuracy and transparency at scale, we support the evaluation of strategies and contribute directly to informed investment decisions. Through close partnership across the organization, we play a key role in advancing the Fund’s long‑term performance. Accountabilities & Qualifications Accountabilities Prepare performance reports for investment groups and management; conduct thorough analysis on performance results, explain performance results, investigate discrepancies, and bring issues to resolution. Develop tests and automate control checks to ensure the accuracy and completeness of information used to calculate performance, benchmark, and attribution results. Develop User Acceptance Testing (UAT) plans in partnership with stakeholders for the execution of performance system upgrades and process changes up and downstream to performance processes. Assist in the development of new performance metrics to meet performance monitoring needs of stakeholders and internal committees. Prepare timely performance reports, including highlighting any insights,



for scheduled and ad‑hoc reporting commitments with high degree of quality and accuracy. Provide performance subject‑matter expertise in cross‑functional projects and initiatives by identifying issues, assessing implications, recommending solutions, and proactively managing tasks and timelines. Communicate performance results to stakeholders effectively and actively participate in subject‑matter discussions. Develop and foster effective working relationships with other departments of CPP Investments. Qualifications Undergraduate degree or college diploma in a related field. 5+ years of relevant experience. Relevant skilled designation or progression toward one. Advanced knowledge of Python with a focus on analytical packages (e.G., Pandas, Numpy). Proficiency in SQL and experience with relational databases (e.G., MySQL, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, etc.). Experience with Jupyter Notebook, Amazon Web Services, QuickSight, and SimCorp Dimension is considered an asset. Understanding of performance measurement and performance attribution methodologies (i.E., time‑weighted vs. dollar‑weighted returns, arithmetic vs. geometric attribution, multi‑currency & fixed‑income attribution) is an asset. You are motivated to contribute to something larger than yourself, approach complex challenges with rigor, and hold yourself to high standards in a collaborative, performance‑driven environment. CPP Investments is committed to equitable access to employment and building a workforce that reflects diverse talent and perspectives. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, we will work with you to meet your needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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